Hip-Hop is now a little less funky. Legendary A Tribe Called Quest MC Phife Dawg, born Malik Taylor, has passed away, and the outpouring of condolences and love has been phenomenal.

Fans, peers and family have been posting quotes, tributes and comments on what the 5 Ft. Assassin meant to them since news of his death broke this morning (March 23). Peep some of the more prominent tributes from the likes of Jill Scott, Questlove, Chris Rock and more below and on the following pages.